About Evolve Tree Management

Evolve Tree Management is an independent arboricultural consultancy and tree care business based in Cumbria, ran by Josh Ledbury.

We provide tree surveys, tree risk reports, BS5837 surveys for planning applications, and woodland management advice for landowners, estates, schools and businesses across Cumbria and the Lake District.

Alongside consultancy work, we also undertake practical tree surgery, woodland management and tree planting, allowing us to offer advice that is grounded in real-world arboricultural and forestry experience.

Our aim is to help clients manage trees safely, responsibly and in line with current arboricultural guidance and legislation.


Arboricultural Surveys and Advice

Evolve Tree Management provides professional tree surveys and arboricultural advice to help landowners and property managers understand and manage their trees.

Typical work includes:

Tree risk reports for landowners, schools and public sites
Tree surveys for general management and duty of care
BS5837 tree surveys for planning and development
• Advice relating to Tree Preservation Orders and conservation areas

Surveys are carried out using recognised arboricultural assessment methods combined with professional judgement and experience.

Woodland Management

We also work with woodland owners and estates to help manage woodland areas practically and sustainably.

Services include:

Woodland management advice
• Preparation of Forestry Commission felling licence applications
• Development of Forestry Commission compliant woodland management plans
• Woodland thinning and improvement works
• Tree planting and woodland creation

Our aim is to help woodland owners improve woodland structure, health and long-term management while meeting regulatory requirements.

Practical Tree Work

Alongside consultancy services, Evolve Tree Management also undertakes a range of practical tree work.

This includes:

• Tree pruning and crown management
• Tree removals
• Woodland thinning and small-scale forestry work
• Tree planting and establishment

This practical experience helps ensure that survey recommendations are realistic, proportionate and practical to implement.

Who We Work With

Evolve Tree Management provides services for a wide range of clients including:

• Private landowners
• Estates and farms
• Schools and public sites
• Property managers
• Developers and planning consultants

Most work takes place across Cumbria, the Lake District and surrounding areas.

About the Business

Evolve Tree Management was established to provide a professional and straightforward arboricultural service focused on practical advice and clear communication.

Trees are dynamic living structures and their management often requires a balance between safety, environmental value and practical considerations. Our approach is to provide clear, proportionate recommendations that help clients make informed decisions about their trees and woodland.

Need a Tree Survey or Woodland Advice?

If you require a tree survey, tree risk report, BS5837 survey or woodland management advice in Cumbria, feel free to get in touch to discuss your project.

We are happy to provide advice on the most appropriate survey or service for your situation.

Contact us.

Evolve Tree Management

Josh Ledbury

Greystoke,
Penrith,
Cumbria

07754913251

contact@evolvetreemanagement.co.uk